As part of the hiring process, many hiring managers will utilize a behavioral interview technique when conducting job interviews. In response, the interviewers expect answers framed with what’s known as the STAR format. STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action, Result. Learn how to answer these questions and you’ll stand out as an obvious top candidate.

STAR Method Components

• Situation:

  Describe the...

Each company has their own preferences for resume formatting, but the information you should include is pretty standard. Bottom line, you need to show that you have a solid basis of skills that will enable you to contribute as soon as possible without excessive training.

Your recruiter will take care of the formatting as long as you compile the following:

• Your legal first and last name
• Contact...

The Perfect Candidate

Ever wonder why some of the most qualified people don’t get job offers? The answer is that it doesn’t matter if you’re the perfect candidate if you don’t show the interviewer want they want. The purpose of an interview is for the interviewer to identify a candidate that has the key desired qualifications and attributes. It sounds intuitive, but too frequently do candidates waste time talking about...

Body Language

Subconsciously, we use our bodies to show how we feel. Likewise, we analyze the body language of others to make intuitive assumptions. Would you want a doctor to perform your surgery if he or she can’t even look you in the eyes beforehand? Even though it has nothing to do with their abilities to operate, you might start to worry that he or she doesn’t see things going too well for you. In contrast, use...

Talk the Talk

Nailing the interview isn’t just about what you say; it’s equally important to say it in the right way. Don’t let communication issues stand in the way of the interviewer seeing your abilities by practicing these favorable speaking habits.

1. Say My Name

Use the interviewer’s name every now and again over the course of the interview. People like hearing their name and it shows...

It’s uncomfortable for us to have breaks in the flow of conversation even though the right words aren’t always readily available. When our mouths work faster than our brains, we use crutch words to fill the gaps. Some default to the same filler words such as ‘like”, “um”, “so”, or “and”. Other times we use generic phrases, such as “the thing is” or “each and every”. While all of these words and phrases have appropriate places in our speech,...

For whatever reason, money is a universally uncomfortable topic. If you’ve ever read a birthday card while pretending to ignore the check inside, then you know what we’re talking about. And that’s just a gift from your grandma! Higher stakes come with added pressures and few situations have heavier monetary implications than the recruiting process. After all, who wants to put a dollar amount on their own worth?

There are some pretty...

No matter how desperate you are for a job, you should always know what your getting yourself into. Interviewers typically leave time for and expect you to ask him or her questions about the job opportunity. Not only does the cross-examination provide you with vital information, but it’s also an opportunity for you to demonstrate genuine interest in the job and show competency by asking well-informed questions.

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